Government

Definition

Government refers to the system or organization through which political authority is exercised in a country or community. It establishes laws, regulations, policies, and institutions to maintain order, protect citizens' rights, and provide public services.

Related terms

Democracy: A system of government in which power is vested in the people, who exercise it directly or through elected representatives.

Authoritarianism: A form of government characterized by strong central authority and limited individual freedoms, where power is concentrated in the hands of a single ruler or small group.

Separation of Powers: The division of governmental powers among different branches (such as executive, legislative, and judicial) to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.